Lay Out Design

Print out your design, then cut it out and lay it on the doormat. (You can download our Autumn Daze printable or design your own.) Play with spacing and tweak it until you’re happy with the design. Tape the papers together to get the spacing just right between the letters.

Step 1- Lay Out Design

Print out the greeting and/or design. Cut it out and lay it on the door mat- play with spacing and tweak until you’re happy with the design. Tape the papers together to get spacing just right between letters. Use a measuring tape and yard stick as a straight edge.

Secure Stencil

Lightly spray adhesive to the backside of your stencils (Image A), then press firmly into place. For smaller areas, like the interior of an "A" use masking tape to ensure clean edges. Trace the shape onto the tape, then cut it out (Image B, C).

Spray-Paint Text

Spray-paint the letters. Avoid painting at an angle, as the paint may seep under the stencil paper. Allow to dry for a few minutes before moving on to the detail work.

Step 6- Spray Paint Text

Spray paint the letters about 8 inches away with a light, sweeping motion directly overhead. Avoid painting at an angle, as the paint may seep under the stencil paper and muddy up that crisp, clean edge you’re going for. Allow this to dry for a few minutes before moving on to the detail work to avoid any smudging.

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